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There is a renewed focus on "cognitive reserve"—keeping the brain sharp through lifelong learning and social connection. Style and Substance

The New Prime: Why Life Truly Begins at 50 There’s a persistent myth that the big "five-oh" is a signal to start slowing down. But if you look at the modern landscape of lifestyle, career, and personal growth, the reality is exactly the opposite. Welcome to the era of the "50-something"—a decade defined not by winding down, but by leveling up. 50somethingmag

Of course, being 50-something comes with unique challenges. Many find themselves in the "sandwich generation," balancing the needs of aging parents with those of adult (or nearly adult) children. There is a renewed focus on "cognitive reserve"—keeping